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    Johnny Timpson's Blog

    Regular insights on all things protection from our Technical and Industry Affairs Manager, Johnny Timpson.

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    BUILDING YOUR KNOWLEDGE

    Discover CPD content to help you build your knowledge and act in your clients’ best interests.

     

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    The Dates That Matter in 2020

    Our interactive calendar highlights notable dates and events that can act as valuable talking points in conversations with clients.

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    CONTINUING OUR COMMITMENT TO SIMPLICITY

    Scott Cadger, Head of Claims and Underwriting Strategy, details how we are embedding simplicity across our protection offering. 

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    FOCUSING ON THE THINGS THAT MATTER

    Gary Burchett, Protection Director, outlines how we are continuing to make our protection journey as simple and efficient as possible for you and your clients. 

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    The Financial Impact of Cancer

    Johnny Timpson highlights the financial impact of cancer and shares what insurers can do to support vulnerable policyholders.

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    Mental Health Matters

    Improving the protection experience for customers with a history of mental health conditions.

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    Masterclass: IDD And Preparing For The SM&CR

    Add to your CPD by watching this Masterclass and remind yourself of the importance of the IDD and how to prepare for the SM&CR.

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    UNDERSTANDING THE UNDERWRITING OF DIABETES

    Changes to our underwriting philosophy are improving access to insurance explains Helen Dick, Senior Manager Underwriting and Claims Strategy.

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    CLAIMS: IT’S THE PEOPLE NOT THE NUMBERS THAT MATTER

    Scott Cadger says we should focus on the people, not the numbers when talking about claims.

     

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    A DISCUSSION ON DIVERSITY

    Gill Sephton, Head of Protection Distribution and Amanda Kerr, Head of Protection Proposition, discuss the importance of diversity in the protection industry.

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    GETTING TO THE HEART OF CRITICAL ILLNESS COVER - A PROMISE FULFILLED

    Add to your CPD by watching 2 films that bring the story behind the creation of Critical Illness Cover to life.

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    Latest Protection

    News, support and guidance for you and your clients.

     

     

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      UNDERWRITING – RISK SELECTION NOT AVOIDANCE
      An introduction to protection insurance underwriting history and current practice.

      JOHNNY DO GOOD
      Johnny Timpson talks to CII The Journal about his lifelong interest in insurance, and his passion for helping improve insurance access and outcomes.